ENGAGED

Wes asked me to marry him on saturday morning at the beach during the sunrise! I will write more about it later...but just want to say how faithful the lord is! So many nights (when we weren't together) I would cry myself to sleep wondering why the lord ever allowed us to be together because it hurt so bad . . . and now to look back and see how he used EVERY little trial to bring us to this point! I am reminded of how the Lord is so Sovereign and is ALWAYS in control, even when nothing seems to make sense to me! He knows the big picture and has so many blessings in store for those who love him! Thank you lord for bringing this wonderful (and adorable) boy into my life to help draw me closer to my precious savior!

Soon to be Brothers!

The girls and I admiring the BEAUTIFUL ring! A few of the girls told Wes "When we get boyfriends you need to help them pick out the ring!" It is more beautiful than anything I could have picked out myself!

My NEW Fiance' and I - isn't he just so adorable?

A fun-filled weekend

Having a wonderful time bowling and enjoying the fellowship of our good friends and family!

Some of my dear friends and I went to Williamsburg to spend the day together. We had a wonderful time enjoying each others company, looking at the little shops, and having lunch at The Lodge in Willaimsburg.

We had good Biblical fellowship talking about areas where God has been doing a work in our hearts. I took a picture of our "leader" Jenny who is always so good at leading discussion, however it ended up looking pretty silly so I opted not to post that picture...Jenny you'll thank me later! HAHA

Debra was a trooper as she felt a migrain coming on while driving the scenic view Annie took us down. She was a bit dizzy and held Jennys arm as she did her best to enjoy her time. Debra I'm glad you started feeling better as the day went on.

I put these pictures in the wrong order...but here is the beautiful scenery we were able to enjoy...with the exception of Debra who was getting dizzier each passing mile...Was it all the curves, or Annies driving?!?! heehee Seriously Annie, thanks for drving it was an enjoyable day spent together!

After getting home Lyle and I planned on going bowling with some friends. However because of some pride, misunderstanding, and lack of communication we had a major family conflict. You know the kind that feels like you can cut the air with a knife? After some one suggested we talk the issue through - we started to communicate with a lot of awkwardness....and many ringing phones from home phone, to cell phone, to another cell phone, to home phone, etc (of course no one answering because we were in the midst of resolving the conflict)....we finally came to a place of repentance and forgiveness, between all those involved. Eventhough walking through the conflict was difficult, and at some points painful, I was reminded of Gods faithfulness in restoring relationships through forgiveness.

Interestingly we ladies had just been discussing the book "Relationships, A Mess Worth Making",earlier in the day. I was sharing how I was seeing evidence of Gods Grace in my life by communicating in ways that please Him... However when I got home there was more evidence of sin on my part then on the Grace I had been experiencing as of late.

In God's kindness He helped each one of us walk through the conflict and see that much Grace was available and evident after the conflict was all settled. One of my children said and the end of the day, "Isn't God's Grace amazing?" Referring to the fact that there was so much tention and pain during the conflict, but how there was so much love and appreciation for each other after it. We were able to enjoyspending an evening together bowling with each other and our friends.

I am so thankful that God used that conflict to remind me that I am in need of a Savior every day, every moment of the day!

Having fun together!

Enjoying our time bowling and fellowshiping!

Right after we got into the bowling alley Lyle noticed David Wright, a pro baseball player. He plays third base for the New York Mets I think. Anyway Lyle asked if they could get their picture taken with him.